Monthly Archives: April 2014

More About R.F. Spearman

Posted on April 30, 2014 by admin

Over the last 170 years, there have been some very interesting people who lived here in Greenville. The vast majority is unknown today, which is definitely a shame. One of the men who was well known throughout Texas and much … Continue reading →

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Claims for Confiscation of Cotton

Posted on April 20, 2014 by admin

The Fort Worth Star-Telegram of April 7, 1914 noted “R. F. Spearman of Greenville had been chosen special counsel for the Department of Justice to represent the government in claims arising in Texas during and after the Civil War for … Continue reading →

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Calhoun College

Posted on April 9, 2014 by admin

I wonder how many towns throughout the United States have a College Street but no college?  College Street in Sulphur Springs is on the north side of the courthouse, but where and what was the college when the courthouse was … Continue reading →

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History for Students

Posted on April 7, 2014 by admin

Last month I had the honor of judging the Regional contest for National History Day, a group I consider important in the development of future leaders in our country.  The National History Day website states that “National History Day makes … Continue reading →

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